VocabJLPT N4
long time no see
の-Adjectiveな-AdjectiveNounExpression

Definitions

  1. 1. a long time (since the last time)
  2. 2. first in a long time
  3. 3. it's been a long time
An expression used to convey that a long time has passed since you last met or spoke with someone. It functions similarly to saying "long time no see" and is a very common greeting in everyday conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"I'm so happy to see you after so long!" he cried out.

Sentence 2

How long has it been since you've seen each other? Isn't it weird that it's been this long?

Sentence 3

I watched that movie again after so long — still makes me cry.

Sentence 4

You know, I feel like I actually got some real rest for once.

Sentence 5

Hey, we haven't gone out for drinks in a while — want to?